Support for Bitcoin Improvement Proposal 110 (BIP-110) is gradually increasing as the Bitcoin community remains divided over how to handle non-monetary data on the network. The proposal has re-ignited long-running debates around decentralization, node costs, and the role of arbitrary data in Bitcoin transactions. Bitcoin Portal Recent data shows that more than 2% of active Bitcoin nodes are now signaling support for BIP-110. Roughly 580 nodes out of over 24,000 have adopted the proposal, primarily through alternative node software rather than the most widely used default client. While still a minority, this marks a notable rise in coordination around limiting…
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The Nietzschean Penguin (PENGUIN) memecoin recorded a sharp rally after a viral social media post from the U.S. White House ignited sudden interest in the token. The move highlights how online attention and cultural moments continue to drive extreme volatility in the memecoin sector. Prior to the post, PENGUIN held a market capitalization of roughly $387,000. Within 24 hours of the image circulating online, the token surged by approximately 564%, generating $244 million in trading volume. At its peak following the rally, PENGUIN’s market capitalization climbed to about $136 million, with the token trading near $0.13. PENGUIN was launched on…
Nifty Gateway, one of the platforms that helped ignite the NFT art boom, is set to shut down operations in late February, marking another high-profile exit amid the prolonged slowdown in digital collectibles. The marketplace has already entered withdrawal-only mode, giving users limited time to retrieve assets before the final closure. The platform will fully cease operations on February 23, 2026. Its parent company stated that the decision reflects a strategic refocus toward building a single, integrated crypto application, while continuing to support NFTs through a separate wallet product. Users holding artwork on the platform have been urged to begin…
The United Kingdom is moving closer to a fully regulated crypto market as the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) launches the final stage of its consultation on how Consumer Duty rules should apply to cryptoasset firms. The initiative aims to strengthen customer protection while allowing innovation in digital assets to continue. The FCA is seeking industry feedback by March 12 on proposed guidance covering crypto businesses operating in the UK. As part of the broader regulatory rollout, the regulator plans to open an application gateway for cryptoasset permissions in September 2026. Under the new framework, all crypto service providers — including…
Dogecoin has added another exchange-traded fund to its growing presence in traditional finance, yet institutional enthusiasm remains restrained. The latest launch highlights the contrast between Dogecoin’s strong retail following and Wall Street’s cautious approach to memecoin-based investment products. A new physically backed Dogecoin ETF has debuted on a major U.S. exchange under the ticker TDOG, expanding access to DOGE through a regulated structure familiar to equity investors. The product is part of a broader crypto ETF lineup that already includes exposure to major digital assets. Support from the Dogecoin Foundation’s corporate arm gives the fund a level of ecosystem alignment…
GameStop has reignited debate around corporate crypto treasuries after moving its entire Bitcoin holdings to an institutional trading platform. The transaction has fueled speculation that the retailer may be preparing to unwind its exposure to digital assets amid shifting market conditions. On-chain data shows that 4,710 Bitcoin, valued at more than $420 million at recent market prices, were transferred from wallets linked to GameStop to Coinbase Prime, a platform commonly used by institutions for custody and large-scale trades. Market analysts note that such transfers are often associated with pre-sale positioning, though no confirmation of an actual sale has been disclosed.…
Proposed limits on stablecoin yields under the U.S. CLARITY Act are raising concerns that capital could move away from regulated markets into offshore and unregulated financial instruments. Industry experts warn that restricting yield on compliant dollar stablecoins may unintentionally weaken regulatory oversight rather than strengthen it. The current U.S. framework treats payment stablecoins as digital cash equivalents, requiring full backing by cash or short-term Treasuries and prohibiting direct interest payments to holders. While designed to reduce systemic risk, critics argue this ignores a basic market reality: investors consistently seek yield. With short-term U.S. Treasuries yielding around 3.6% and many bank…
The cryptocurrency market is beginning 2026 with a healthier structural setup after a broad market reset in late 2025, according to recent institutional analysis. The data indicates that the fourth-quarter drawdown helped eliminate excess leverage and speculative positions, leaving markets in a more stable condition. Analysis highlights that while the market is not fully free from last year’s volatility, the outlook for Q1 is constructive. Investor activity remains robust but more selective, reflecting disciplined positioning and a reduction in crowded trades compared with previous expansion phases. This recalibration has made markets less fragile and better equipped to handle sudden shocks.…
Ethereum is accelerating preparations for a future shaped by quantum computing, positioning post-quantum security as a core element of its long-term roadmap. As advances in quantum technology threaten traditional cryptographic systems, the network is taking concrete steps to protect user funds and protocol integrity. A newly established Post-Quantum (PQ) security team within the Ethereum Foundation will focus exclusively on developing defenses against quantum-enabled attacks. The initiative brings together cryptographic engineers and researchers working on next-generation solutions designed to safeguard Ethereum’s core infrastructure. Central to this effort is leanVM, a minimalist zero-knowledge virtual machine intended to support quantum-resistant cryptographic operations at…
The Netherlands is moving closer to introducing a tax on unrealized capital gains across investments such as stocks, bonds, and cryptocurrencies, a proposal that has sparked growing concern among investors and market participants. Lawmakers argue the measure is necessary to repair flaws in the existing asset tax system, but critics warn it could weaken the country’s investment climate. The proposed reform targets the Box 3 asset tax regime following court rulings that rejected taxation based on assumed returns. Under the new framework, investors would be taxed annually on actual gains, including paper profits that have not been realized. Government officials…